Dec 1, 2017

Toledo’s Science Center Welcomes David Erik Nelson and Tinker Bell

Imagination
Station is pleased to welcome special guests David Erik Nelson and Tinker Bell
to celebrate its season of science learning through hands-on creative
exploration. Visitors are invited to create instruments and noisemakers perfect
for ringing in the New Year and build a village fit for a fairy or an elf.

David
Erik Nelson is the award-winning science-fiction author of Junkyard Jam
Band: DIY Musical Instruments and Noisemakers. His easy-to-make and
fun-to-play musical instrument projects have been featured in MAKE, Performer
and Guitar World magazines.

Every
Saturday in December, Nelson will demonstrate how to make a variety of musical
instruments with common household materials. Visitors of all ages are
encouraged to discover how horns, drums and other noisemakers work and explore
the science of sound.

“Even
the simplest household items can be used to make beautiful music or strange
sounds,” said Lori Hauser, Chief Executive Director. “We are delighted that
David will be joining us to share his craft and teach our visitors about how
sounds and tones are produced and altered.”

Instrument
tinkering with David Erik Nelson is included in the price of admission and all
supplies are provided. No previous carpentry or electronics experience is
needed.

And
on Saturday, December 16, at noon and 1pm, Tinker Bell will visit with budding
scientists as they use problem solving and creativity to design a new house for
Pixie Hollow. Visitors ages three and older will enjoy a special time with this
sweet and spunky fairy and enjoy a pint-sized snack as they build their
creations.

Tinkering
with Tinker Bell is $5 for Imagination Station members and $7 for non-members.
RSVPs are required as space is limited. Call 419.244.2674 or visit www.imaginationstationtoledo.org
to register.

Imagination
Station, Toledo’s Science Center, is a vital nonprofit organization that is an
integral part of Toledo’s economic, educational and social landscape. With
hundreds of hands-on exhibits and demonstrations, Imagination Station delivers
a multisensory experience that’s as fun as it is educational. Imagination
Station provides a critical layer of science enrichment by serving as an
educational partner for teachers, schools and parents. It’s with a thoughtful
blend of exhibits, experiences, education and excitement that Imagination
Station inspires visitors to pursue STEM careers in Northwest Ohio.

Lucas
County residents receive a $1.50 discount and FREE Saturday admission for kids
12 & under with paid adult admission. For more information, please call
419.244.2674 or visit imaginationstationtoledo.org.

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